Director of Mobile Engineering Jobs

Explore Director of Mobile Engineering opportunities for experienced technology leaders who shape mobile product strategy and guide teams building high-quality iOS and Android applications. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior roles aligned with your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Mobile Engineering Do?

Directors of Mobile Engineering lead the people, platforms, and practices behind an organization’s mobile products. They partner with product, design, security, and business leaders to set technical direction, deliver reliable app experiences, and connect engineering work to customer and company priorities. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee native or cross-platform development, mobile infrastructure, release operations, and engineering standards.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a strong background in software engineering and mobile application development, along with experience managing and developing engineering teams. Relevant strengths can include iOS and Android ecosystems, architecture and system design, cloud services and APIs, application security, quality engineering, and performance optimization. Strategic communication, hiring, roadmap planning, and cross-functional leadership are also essential.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level mobile engineering roles are available across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, media, and other industries investing in mobile experiences. Scope and compensation vary by employer, location, team size, and responsibilities. Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and compare roles based on their technical focus, leadership expectations, and organizational impact.

Find Director of Mobile Engineering Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search senior mobile engineering openings and identify roles suited to your leadership experience. Review job requirements, assess the mobile platforms and teams you would lead, and explore opportunities where you can influence product quality, engineering culture, and long-term technical strategy.

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$245K - $266K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing teams across Merchant & Pay, driving technical strategy, and fostering collaboration to ensure scalable, secure systems that meet evolving busines...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $165K *

Champion growth initiatives by executing strategies that enhance customer acquisition, optimize sales funnels, and drive revenue. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement data...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation as you tackle complex challenges in financial data management. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build cutting-edge solutions that enhance insurance workflows and ensure real-world i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $235K *

Lead the charge in managing client-facing SaaS products on AWS, ensuring operational excellence, security compliance, and performance optimization while overseeing a dedicated team. Drive innovation a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading end-to-end management of client-facing AWS SaaS products, ensuring security, compliance, and optimization while directly engaging in architecture and support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing and securing our AWS-hosted SaaS platforms, ensuring compliance and performance. Take on hands-on leadership in architecture, operations, and product reliabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $265K *

Lead the charge in optimizing device partnerships through innovative solutions, technical engagements, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive project success while balancing business needs and tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $235K *

Drive the management, operation, and security of client-facing SaaS products hosted on AWS. Be a hands-on leader, ensuring platform performance, compliance, and continuous product improvement while su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of premium ad products for a global audience. Lead engineering efforts, drive technical strategy, and develop a high-performing team to deliver innovative solutio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$138K - $165K *

Engineer robust financial systems that ensure data integrity and reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to design APIs and workflows, enhancing billing processes and operational efficiency while...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$225K - $265K *

Drive the development of seamless integrations for security platforms, leading a team to deliver high-quality, reliable products that enhance customer security stacks and ensure compatibility with evo...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading engineering, data, and AI teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring high-quality project delivery and te...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$315K - $350K *

Shape the future of software for advanced robotics by leading product management initiatives, driving strategy, and overseeing the full product lifecycle, while collaborating across engineering and re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $260K *

Transform your career by leading product strategy and execution for payment solutions. Drive innovation in payment workflows, enhance reliability, and optimize operational efficiency while collaborati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $192K *

Lead the charge in enhancing developer experience by managing a collaborative team focused on platform engineering, driving adoption of modern practices, and fostering a culture of ownership and conti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative automotive software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and deliver cutting-edge APIs and SDKs that enhance user experiences in next-ge...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Senior Mobile Engineer, leading the design and architecture of mission-critical apps that empower our delivery fleet and operations teams, ensuring reliability and ef...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform user insights into actionable design strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our AI-driven product by deeply understanding user needs and behaviors through comprehensi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage users through comprehensive research to uncover insights that drive product innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate findings into actionable strategies, ensuring user n...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $259K *

Drive the long-term engineering strategy, overseeing multiple teams to ensure alignment with business goals. Foster innovation, operational excellence, and leadership development while enhancing organ...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$72K - $149K *

Lead the charge in enhancing software quality by developing and implementing automated testing strategies for voice/IVR applications, ensuring seamless integration into CI/CD pipelines and delivering...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $200K *

Unlock the potential of platform engineering by leading teams that enhance core infrastructure and services, ensuring scalability and reliability for millions of users while driving innovation and ope...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead and grow Platform Engineering teams to enhance core infrastructure and services, ensuring scalability and reliability for millions of users. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to drive tec...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$239K - $359K *

Transform engineering execution by leading cross-functional teams to enhance delivery speed, quality, and reliability. Drive strategic alignment and operational excellence across technology investment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Mobile Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Mobile Engineering sets technical direction for mobile products and leads engineering teams responsible for building, maintaining, and improving mobile applications. The role commonly involves architecture, delivery, talent development, and collaboration with product, design, and business partners.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Mobile Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for extensive software engineering experience, mobile development expertise, and a track record leading engineering teams. Knowledge of iOS or Android development, system architecture, security, and reliable release practices can be valuable.

  • How much do Director of Mobile Engineering jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on the employer, location, industry, and scope of the position. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific salary information.

  • Where can I find Director of Mobile Engineering jobs?question toggle

    You can explore Director of Mobile Engineering openings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.